AFTERLIFE

Slow Stitching: Embroidered Bookmark Workshop
2026-07-07 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Sharespace, 3536 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX, 77003, United States
Give new life to a simple piece of felt through hand embroidery. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn foundational embroidery stitches while creating a handmade bookmark to take home.
In this 2-hour class, you’ll learn four foundational embroidery stitches:
• Lazy Daisy Stitch• Stem Stitch• Blanket Stitch• French Knots
Using these stitches, you’ll create a beautiful floral bookmark similar to the examples shown. No prior embroidery experience is required, and all materials and tools will be provided.
Whether you’re completely new to embroidery or looking to refresh your skills, this workshop is a cozy way to slow down, learn something new, and leave with a finished project you’ll actually use.
Duration: 2 hoursSkill Level: Beginner FriendlyMaterials Included: YesTake Home: One finished embroidered bookmark

The Art of Repair: Visible Mending Workshop
2026-07-21 18:30 - 20:30
Give your favorite clothes a second life in this beginner-friendly visible mending workshop. You’ll learn simple hand-sewing techniques to repair holes, reinforce worn areas, and embrace repairs as part of a garment’s story rather than something to hide.
We’ll cover several practical mending methods, including patching and woven darning, while discussing when each technique works best. Whether you’re repairing a well-loved sweater, a pair of jeans, or simply want to build a more sustainable wardrobe, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to keep your clothes in circulation longer.
Bring one or two clean garments in need of repair—think small holes, worn elbows, or thinning fabric—and we’ll guide you through choosing the best repair technique for each one. Extra practice materials will also be available.

Pattern Making Basics: Create a Custom Skirt Pattern
2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:30
Learn the foundations of fashion pattern in this beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn how professional designers create the templates used to make garments by using your measurements to draft a basic skirt pattern (often called a “sloper” or “block”) that can be used as the starting point for countless future skirt designs. These slopers are made from poster board and are reusable!
We’ll cover:
• Taking accurate body measurements• Understanding basic pattern-making terminology• Drafting a custom-fit skirt sloper• How to use your sloper as a starting point for future designs
By the end of class, you’ll leave with a reusable custom skirt sloper and the knowledge needed to begin exploring garment pattern making on your own.
No prior sewing or pattern-making experience is required.
Duration: 2 hours + option to stay Skill Level: Beginner FriendlyMaterials Included: YesTake Home: A custom skirt sloper drafted to your measurements

Pattern Making Basics: Create a Custom Pant Pattern
2026-08-18 18:30 - 20:30
Learn the foundations of fashion pattern in this beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn how professional designers create the templates used to make garments by using your measurements to draft a basic pant pattern (often called a “sloper” or “block”) that can be used as the starting point for countless future pant designs. These slopers are made from poster board and are reusable!
We’ll cover:
• Taking accurate body measurements• Understanding basic pattern-making terminology• Drafting a custom-fit pant sloper• How to use your sloper as a starting point for future designs
By the end of class, you’ll leave with a reusable custom pant sloper and the knowledge needed to begin exploring garment pattern making on your own.
No prior sewing or pattern-making experience is required.
Duration: 2 hours + option to stay afterwardSkill Level: Beginner FriendlyMaterials Included: YesTake Home: A custom pant sloper drafted to your measurements

Pattern Making Basics: Create a Custom Bodice Pattern
2026-09-08 18:30 - 20:30
Learn the foundations of fashion pattern in this beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn how professional designers create the templates used to make garments by using your measurements to draft a basic bodice pattern (often called a “sloper” or “block”) that can be used as the starting point for countless future bodice designs. These slopers are made from poster board and are reusable!
We’ll cover:
• Taking accurate body measurements• Understanding basic pattern-making terminology• Drafting a custom-fit bodice sloper• How to use your sloper as a starting point for future designs
By the end of class, you’ll leave with a reusable custom bodice sloper and the knowledge needed to begin exploring garment pattern making on your own.
No prior sewing or pattern-making experience is required.
Duration: 2 hours + option to stay afterwardSkill Level: Beginner FriendlyMaterials Included: YesTake Home: A custom bodice sloper drafted to your measurements

Pattern Making Basics: Create a Custom Sleeve Pattern
2026-09-29 18:30 - 20:30
Learn the foundations of fashion pattern in this beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn how professional designers create the templates used to make garments by using your measurements to draft a basic sleeve pattern (often called a “sloper” or “block”) that can be used as the starting point for countless future sleeve designs. These slopers are made from poster board and are reusable!
We’ll cover:
• Taking accurate body measurements• Understanding basic pattern-making terminology• Drafting a custom-fit sleeve sloper• How to use your sloper as a starting point for future designs
By the end of class, you’ll leave with a reusable custom sleeve sloper and the knowledge needed to begin exploring garment pattern making on your own.
No prior sewing or pattern-making experience is required.
Duration: 2 hours + option to stay afterwardSkill Level: Beginner FriendlyMaterials Included: YesTake Home: A custom sleeve sloper drafted to your measurements
